Course Overview
This 12-month course bundle is tailored for automation engineers and test managers who are looking to enhance their expertise in test automation and model-based testing. Focused on the ISTQB certification framework, the bundle equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills required for designing, developing, and managing automated testing solutions.
The Test Automation Engineer Stream includes the following courses:
- ISTQB Foundation Level
- ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer
- ISTQB Model-Based Testing Extension
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1. ISTQB Foundation Level
The ISTQB Foundation Level is an essential starting point for anyone looking to understand the core principles of software testing. This course introduces participants to the fundamentals of testing, covering:
- The role and importance of testing in software development
- Testing throughout the software lifecycle
- Test design techniques and methodologies
- Test management and reporting
- Tools for software testing
Participants will learn how to effectively contribute to the testing process and prepare for the ISTQB Foundation Level Certification Exam. This course provides the foundational knowledge necessary to move into more specialized areas like test automation.
2. ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer
This course is designed for professionals who are involved in planning, developing, and maintaining automated test environments. It focuses on the technical aspects of test automation and covers:
- Test Automation Architecture: Key concepts, planning, and strategies for implementing automation frameworks.
- Automated Test Design and Development: Techniques for selecting, designing, and writing automated test cases.
- Automation Tools: Understanding how to evaluate, implement, and integrate various automation tools into testing workflows.
- Test Automation Metrics: Metrics and reporting techniques to measure the success and effectiveness of automation.
- Maintaining Test Automation: Best practices for managing and maintaining automation systems to ensure long-term viability.
This course prepares participants for the ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer Certification Exam and provides the skills needed to lead or contribute to test automation projects effectively.
3. ISTQB Model-Based Testing Extension
The Model-Based Testing Extension course is ideal for testers and test managers who are looking to optimize their testing processes through model-based techniques. The course covers:
- Introduction to Model-Based Testing (MBT): Understanding the core concepts and benefits of MBT in enhancing test automation and coverage.
- Model-Based Test Techniques: How to design, create, and execute tests based on models of system behavior.
- Integration of MBT with Test Automation: Strategies for incorporating MBT into existing test automation frameworks for more efficient and comprehensive testing.
- Tools for Model-Based Testing: An overview of the tools used to support MBT and how to select the right tools for your needs.
- Managing MBT Projects: Best practices for managing MBT in agile and traditional development environments.
Upon completion, participants will be ready to integrate MBT into their automation strategies and take the ISTQB Model-Based Testing Certification Exam.
Course Delivery
This 12-month program is delivered through:
- Instructor-led virtual or classroom sessions for real-time learning and interactive engagement.
- Hands-on practice exercises and certification exam preparation to reinforce learning and ensure participants are well-prepared for the certification exams.
- Access to experienced mentors for support and guidance throughout the training period.
Benefits of the Test Automation Engineer Stream:
- Global Recognition: All certifications in this bundle are ISTQB-certified, providing globally recognized credentials in test automation and model-based testing.
- Comprehensive Learning Path: The bundle covers foundational to advanced test automation topics, offering a complete learning experience for automation engineers and test managers.
- Career Advancement: The skills acquired through this program enhance your ability to lead automation projects and make you a competitive candidate for leadership roles in testing and automation.
- Flexible Learning Options: Courses are available via virtual or classroom delivery, allowing participants to choose the format that best suits their needs.
This course bundle is ideal for automation engineers and test managers seeking to build deep expertise in test automation and model-based testing, while gaining internationally recognized certifications over the course of 12 months.
About ISTQB and the ‘Certified Tester’ Scheme
ISTQB® was established in 1998 and its Certified Tester scheme has grown to be the leading software testing certification scheme worldwide. ISTQB® continues to strive to meet its vision and mission to support the testing community and promote software quality.
ISTQB® established, and continues to evolve, the internationally recognised Certified Tester scheme which is a portfolio of certifications that develop, extend, and validate testing skills. The scheme is built around syllabi created by a global network of experts, the ISTQB® Glossary, sample exams, and the Testing Body of Knowledge (TBOK).
The Certified Tester Foundation Level certification provides testing professionals with essential terminology and a breadth of knowledge. It is the prerequisite to the other modules within the scheme which offer depth and specialization.
The ‘Certified Tester’ scheme:
- Provides a set of professional qualifications widely recognised by employers, customers and peers;
- Enables software suppliers to hire and train certified testers and thereby gain commercial advantage over their competitors by advertising their tester recruitment and development policies; and
- Enables comparison of testing skills across different countries, testers to move across country borders more easily, and multi-national/international projects to have a common understanding of testing issues.
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Entry Requirements
ISTQB® Foundation Level Certificate
Important note regarding pre-course
There is mandatory online pre-course work that must be undertaken prior to attending this course. It is expected that it will take approximately four to five hours to complete. You will be sent full instructions with a link to the online pre course three weeks prior to course commencement.
On arrival at the course candidates should have read the provided Syllabus in preparation for the course. The course is intensive and those delegates who have prepared achieve a higher exam success rate.
ISTQB Test Automation Engineer
The entry requirements for the Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Automation Engineer qualification is that the candidate must hold the ISTQB Foundation certificate and it is also suggested that candidates have a minimum of 3 years testing experience.
Note that it is recommended that you attend an accredited training course run by an accredited training provider, as the overall exam pass rates are notably higher for candidates attending such courses.
ISTQB Foundation Model Based Tester Extension
The recommended entry criteria for candidates taking the Model Based Testing Foundation course are as follows:
- Have 18 months’ experience in software testing.
- Hold the ISTQB Foundation in Software Testing certificate.
Exam
ISTQB® Foundation Level Certificate
To qualify as an internationally recognised Certified Foundation Level Tester and be issued with an ISTQB® Foundation Level Certificate, delegates must successfully pass the exam:
- The examination consists of a one-hour exam with 40 multiple choice questions.
- It will be a ‘closed book’ examination i.e. no notes or books will be allowed into the examination room.
- Duration of 60 minutes (or 75 minutes for candidates taking examinations that are not in their native language)
- The pass mark is 65% (26 out of 40).
ISTQB Test Automation Engineer
The entry requirements for the Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Automation Engineer qualification is that the candidate must hold the ISTQB Foundation certificate and it is also suggested that candidates have a minimum of 3 years testing experience.
Note that it is recommended that you attend an accredited training course run by an accredited training provider, as the overall exam pass rates are notably higher for candidates attending such courses.
ISTQB Foundation Model Based Tester Extension
To qualify as an internationally-recognized Certified Foundation Model Based Extension Level Tester and be issued with an ISTQB® Model Based Tester Foundation Extension Level Certificate, delegates must successfully pass the exam administered by the relevant National Board or Examination Provider.
- The examination consists of a one-hour exam with 40 multiple choice questions.
- It will be a ‘closed book’ examination i.e. no notes or books will be allowed into the examination room.
- Duration of 60 minutes (or 75 minutes for candidates taking examinations that are not in their native language). The pass mark is 65% (26 out of 40).
- Exam is included in the price
Course Objectives
ISTQB® Foundation Level Certificate
The Business Outcomes expected of a candidate who has achieved the new Foundation Level certification are as follows:
- Understand what testing is and why it is beneficial
- Understand fundamental concepts of software testing
- Identify the test approach and activities to be implemented depending on the context of testing
- Assess and improve the quality of documentation
- Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of testing
- Align the test process with the software development lifecycle
- Understand test management principles
- Write and communicate clear and understandable defect reports
- Understand the factors that influence the priorities and efforts related to testing
- Work as part of a cross-functional team
- Know risks and benefits related to test automation
- Identify essential skills required for testing
- Understand the impact of risk on testing
- Effectively report on test progress and quality
ISTQB Test Automation Engineer
Advanced Level testers who have passed the “Advanced Test Automation Engineer” module exam should be able to accomplish the following Business Objectives:
- Contribute to the development of a plan to integrate automated testing within the testing process
- Evaluate tools and technology for automation best fit to each project and organization.
- Create an approach and methodology for building a test automation architecture (TAA).
- Design and develop (new or modified) test automation solutions that meet the business needs.
- Enable the transition of testing from a manual to an automated approach.
- Create automated test reporting and metrics collection.
- Manage and optimize testing assets to facilitate maintainability and address evolving (test) systems.
Certified Advanced Test Automation Engineers should be able to demonstrate their skills in the following areas:
- Explain the objectives, advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of test automation.
- Identify technical success factors of a test automation project.
- Analyse a system under test to determine the appropriate automation solution.
- Analyse test automation tools for a given project and report technical findings and recommendations.
- Understand “design for testability” and “design for test automation” methods applicable to the SUT.
- Explain the structure of the Generic Test Automation Architecture.
- Analyse factors of implementation, use, and maintenance requirements for a given Test Automation Solution.
- Explain the factors to be considered when identifying reusability of components.
- Apply guidelines that support effective test tool pilot and deployment activities.
- Analyse deployment risks and identify technical issues that could lead to failure of the test automation project, and plan mitigation strategies.
- Understand which factors support and affect maintainability.
- Classify metrics that can be used to monitor the test automation strategy and effectiveness.
- Explain how a test execution report is constructed and published.
- Apply criteria for determining the suitability of tests for automation.
- Understand the factors in transitioning from manual to automation testing.
- Explain the factors to consider in implementing automated regression testing, new feature testing, and confirmation testing.
- Verify the correctness of an automated test environment including test tool setup.
- Verify the correct behaviour for a given automated test script and/or test suite.
- Analyse the technical aspects of a deployed test automation solution and provide recommendations for improvement.
ISTQB Model Based Test Extension
Certified Model Based Testers who have passed the Foundation Level “Certified Model Based Testing” exam should be able to accomplish the following Business Objectives:
- Collaborate in a model-based testing team using standard terminology and established MBT concepts, processes and techniques.
- Apply and integrate model-based testing in a test process.
- Effectively create and maintain MBT models using established techniques and best practices of model-based testing.
- Select, create and maintain test artefacts from MBT models considering risk and value of the features tested.
- Support the organization to improve its quality assurance process to be more constructive and efficient.
In addition, Certified Model Based Testers should be able to demonstrate their skills in the following areas once they have completed the course and passed the exam:
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- Objectives and motivations for model-based testing
- Activities specific to MBT and essential MBT artefacts
- Integrating MBT into the software development lifecycle
- MBT modelling (good practices, languages, types of MBT models)
- Test selection criteria used in model-based testing
- MBT test implementation and execution
- Evaluating and deploying an MBT Approach
Syllabus – Key points
ISTQB® Foundation Level Certificate
- Fundamentals of Testing
- Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle
- Static Testing
- Test Analysis and Design
- Managing the Test Activities
- Test Tools
ISTQB Test Automation Engineer
ISTQB Model Based Test Extension
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